Array and Lay

Array

Array verb - To make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming.

Lay and array are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lay" instead a verb "Array".

Nearby Words: arrayed, arraying

Lay

Lay verb - To arrange something in a certain spot or position.
Usage example: just lay the book over there on the table for now

Array and lay are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Array" instead a verb "Lay".

Nearby Words: laying, laid

Common collocations

cards array cards lay cards

Both words in one sentence

  • Extended Disarming We see her lay an impressive array of weapons, including a few knives and a bow, on the table before fishing one out of her shirt.
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